Boliviana de Aviación (BoA Airlines) Pet TravelOB
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Policy last updated: April 19, 2026
In-Cabin Travel
AllowedCabin pet transportation is available on all domestic and international flights. Does not include connections with other airlines or codeshare flights. Fee depends on route and point of departure. Domestic flights: 110 BOB (standard) or 300 BOB (Cobija). International from Bolivia: USD 70 (South America), USD 125 (Caracas), USD 140 (United States), USD 175 (Spain). International to Bolivia from South America: USD 50; from Caracas: USD 90; from United States: USD 100; from Spain: USD 125 (EUR). Charges apply per flight segment. Carrier must be flexible, ventilated, completely closed, with waterproof and absorbent base. Pet must remain inside the carrier under the seat in front of passenger throughout the flight. Two printed copies of documents must be presented at the airport.
Cargo / Hold
AllowedTransported in the aircraft hold (mailbox). Required if pet exceeds cabin weight/dimension limits, or if international trip lasts more than 4 hours. Hard-sided kennel required. Pets weighing 40 kg or more must be in a reinforced container with at least two extra locks. Fee based on weight ranges (up to 8 kg, 14 kg, 23 kg, 32 kg, 50 kg) and route. Domestic flights (BOB): standard 60–230, Cobija 135–620. International from Bolivia (USD): South America 35–160, Caracas 60–300, United States 70–330, Spain 90–415. International to Bolivia from South America (USD): 25–115; South America to Caracas: 45–215; South America/US to United States/South America: 50–235; South America/Spain to Spain/South America: 65–295. Charges apply per flight segment. Limited spaces per flight. Prior reservation required.
Service Animals
AllowedTrue service dogs (trained for visual or hearing impairments) travel free of charge in cabin without transport case. Must fit in floor space in front of passenger's seat without occupying adjacent seats or aisle. No weight limit for true service dogs. Prior reservation required, limited spaces. Emotional support dogs are a separate category: allowed in cabin up to 12 kg with fee; over 12 kg transported in hold at cost. Emotional support dogs must be on leash/harness and wear a muzzle at all times. Dangerous breeds not accepted as emotional support animals. Emotional support dog requires certificate from mental health specialist (psychiatrist or psychologist for domestic; psychiatrist for international). Two printed copies of all documents must be presented at the airport.
Species Rules
Brachycephalic dogs and cats may only travel in the cabin, not the hold. Dangerous breeds require reinforced container and muzzle in the hold.
Breed Restrictions
- Brachycephalic dogs NOT allowed in hold: Affenpinscher, American Staffordshire Terrier, Boston Terrier, Boxer (all species), Bullmastiff, Bulldog (all species), Chow Chow, Cane Corso, Dogue de Bordeaux, English Staffordshire Bull Terrier, English Toy Spaniel, Brussels Griffon, Japanese Chin, Lhasa Apso, Mastiff (all species), Pekingese, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Pug (all species), Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel — cabin only with liability waiver signed by passenger
- Brachycephalic cats NOT allowed in hold: Burmese, Himalayan, Persian, Exotic Shorthair — cabin only
- Potentially dangerous dog breeds accepted in hold only inside reinforced container with muzzle: Bullmastiff, Terrier, Doberman, Dogo Argentino, Dogo Bordeaux, Brazilian Fila, Akita Inu, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, American Staffordshire Terrier, English Mastiff, Tosa Inu, Neapolitan Mastiff
- Dangerous breeds not accepted as emotional support animals in cabin
- Aggressive or dangerous animals whose behavior poses safety risks are not accepted
Documentation Required
- Vaccination Card with all vaccines issued by veterinary professional; rabies vaccine from Cemzoo or Senasag-registered establishment, applied at least 1 month and less than 1 year before boarding (domestic Bolivia flights)
- Vaccination Booklet with all vaccines (South America flights)
- International animal health certificate from Official Health Service of country of origin (international flights)
- Health report issued by veterinarian, valid for 10 days from date of issue (international flights)
- Certificate of vaccination against bacteria and parasites, valid per periodicity in booklet (entry to Bolivia)
- Vaccination card with all vaccines (flights to Madrid)
- Microchip/tattoo with alphanumeric identification code label (flights to Madrid)
- Serology certificate with minimum 90 days elapsed after sample taken (flights to Madrid — hold and service dogs)
- Vaccination Record with all vaccines (flights to Miami)
- Form for importing dogs (flights to Miami)
- CDC permission to import pets via www.cdc.gov — process can take up to 8 weeks (flights to Miami)
- ISO-compatible microchip (flights to Miami)
- Rabies Vaccine Certificate and Microchip — completed by veterinarian and endorsed by official government veterinarian of country of origin, no later than 30 days before trip (high-risk rabies countries to Miami)
- Rabies Serology Certificate from CDC-approved laboratory (high-risk rabies countries to Miami)
- Two printed copies of all required documents to be handed in at airport on departure day
- What types of animals are permitted in the cabin?
- Dogs and cats over three months of age are permitted in the cabin, subject to weight and carrier size requirements. Brachycephalic breeds may only travel in the cabin (not the hold).
- What is the maximum weight allowed for a pet in the cabin?
- The maximum combined weight of the pet and carrier is 8 kg for regular cabin pets. Emotional support dogs may travel in the cabin up to a maximum of 12 kg.
- What are the carrier size requirements for in-cabin pet travel?
- The maximum carrier dimensions allowed are 25 cm high x 33 cm wide x 36 cm deep. The carrier must be flexible, ventilated, completely closed, with a waterproof and absorbent base. The pet must remain inside the carrier under the seat in front of the passenger throughout the flight.
- Can pets travel in the cargo hold, and what are the requirements?
- Yes, pets can travel in the hold in a hard-sided kennel. This is required if the pet exceeds cabin weight or dimension limits, or if an international trip lasts more than 4 hours. Pets weighing 40 kg or more require a reinforced container with at least two extra locks. Maximum weight in hold is up to 50 kg. Prior reservation is required and spaces are limited. Required documentation varies by route.
- What are the fees for traveling with a pet?
- Cabin fees (per segment): Domestic Bolivia 110 BOB (standard) or 300 BOB (Cobija route). International from Bolivia: USD 70 (South America), USD 125 (Caracas), USD 140 (United States), USD 175 (Spain). International to Bolivia: USD 50 (from South America), USD 90 (from Caracas), USD 100 (from United States), USD/EUR 125 (from Spain). Hold fees are based on weight ranges (up to 8, 14, 23, 32, or 50 kg) and vary by route. True service dogs travel free of charge. Emotional support dogs incur a fee.
- Is there a limit on the number of pets per passenger or per flight?
- There are limited spaces per flight for both cabin and hold pets. Prior reservation is required. A specific per-passenger pet limit is not stated.
- Are there any breed restrictions for pets traveling in the cabin or cargo?
- Brachycephalic dogs (including Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Bulldog, Bullmastiff, Chow Chow, Cane Corso, Dogue de Bordeaux, English Staffordshire Bull Terrier, English Toy Spaniel, Brussels Griffon, Japanese Chin, Lhasa Apso, Mastiff, Pekingese, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Pug, Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel, American Staffordshire Terrier) are NOT permitted in the hold — cabin only with liability waiver. Brachycephalic cats (Burmese, Himalayan, Persian, Exotic Shorthair) are also cabin only. Potentially dangerous breeds (Bullmastiff, Terrier, Doberman, Dogo Argentino, Dogo Bordeaux, Brazilian Fila, Akita Inu, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, American Staffordshire Terrier, English Mastiff, Tosa Inu, Neapolitan Mastiff) are accepted in the hold only inside a reinforced container with muzzle. Dangerous breeds are not accepted as emotional support animals.
- What documents and health certificates are required to travel with a pet?
- Requirements vary by route. For domestic Bolivia flights: Vaccination Card with rabies vaccine from Cemzoo or Senasag-registered establishment (applied at least 1 month and less than 1 year before boarding). For South America flights: Vaccination Booklet, International animal health certificate, Health report from veterinarian (valid 10 days). For entry to Bolivia: also Certificate of vaccination against bacteria and parasites. For Madrid: Vaccination card, International animal health certificate, Health report (valid 10 days), Microchip/tattoo, Serology certificate (90+ days after sample). For Miami: Vaccination Record, International animal health certificate, Health report (valid 10 days), Dog import form, CDC import permit (up to 8 weeks processing), ISO-compatible microchip; plus for high-risk rabies countries: Rabies Vaccine Certificate endorsed by government vet (≤30 days before trip) and Rabies Serology Certificate from CDC-approved lab. Two printed copies of all documents must be presented at the airport.
- How do I book a flight for my pet, and can I do it online?
- Pet transport requires prior reservation. For more information, contact BoA at the airport or through their service channels. Online booking capability is not specified.
- Are there special requirements for international travel with a pet?
- Yes. For international flights, pets must comply with all health regulations of the destination country. Documentation requirements vary by destination (South America, Bolivia, Madrid, Miami). If the international trip lasts more than 4 hours, pets must travel in the hold. Before traveling, contact the Bolivian consulate in your country of origin to confirm if health certificate legalization is required. Two printed copies of all documents must be presented at the airport.
- Are there temperature-related restrictions for pets traveling in the cargo hold?
- No specific temperature embargo is mentioned on the BoA website.
- What is the airline's policy on sedating pets during travel?
- No sedation policy is stated on the BoA website.
- Is there a dedicated contact for pet travel inquiries?
- For more information, ask at the airport or contact BoA through their service channels (Contact Center listed on website).
Source: Official pet policy page ↗